The X-Light Adze 2016 is technically retired but it's still sold online.The X-Light Adze 2016 is no longer produced by Cassin. We're showing it as "available" on WeighMyRack because you can still find it at trustworthy online retailers.

X-Light Adze 2016

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Description

A superlight and versatile tool for the technical alpinist.
Hot-forged aluminum alloy head allows for 3 configurations: pick & adze, pick & hammer, pick only.
T-rated chromoly steel pick and T-rated 7075-T6 aluminum alloy shaft (CE-UIAA type 2).
Stainless steel adze and hammer.
Removable X-Alp grip has a soft hand for good grip and can be swapped with the X-Dry grip and spike for leashless climbing.
Interchangeable steel spike.
X-Trigger Fast pommel is adjustable without tools.
Carabiner holes at the head and spike.

The newest addition to the CASSIN X-Team, the X-Light features the same sleek designs and quality forged components as the popular X-Dream, but with a shaft that makes it the most suitable axe for low-angle terrain typical of light and fast technical ascents. Three different head configurations (pick & adze, pick & hammer, pick only) allow the tool to be optimized for the objective. The single-curve shaft is optimized with the angle of the pick for solid performance on technical ice and for use as a cane. Carabiner holes at the head and spike accommodate traditional leashes or lanyards. For steep ice climbing, it is possible to change the standard X-Alp grip with the X-Dry grip and spike. The X-Trigger Fast pommel (included) is adjustable without tools. The hammer and adze components have been shaped for a comfortable grip and the pick does not have teeth near the shaft to further increase comfort and help prevent wear and tear on gloves.

Retail price

US$ 199.95

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The X-Light is super versatile, due to the movable pommel, making it an ideal companion for someone who spends time on glaciers and occasionally climbs moderate ice. A mountaineer in the Cascades will find this tool handy to climb all the intermediate volcano routes.